Memoirs of the Life and Writings of the Abate Metastasio SetIn Which Are Incorporated, Translations of His Principal Letters |
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| Author:
| Burney, Charles
Metastasio, Pietro |
| Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - Music Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-108-01467-0 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2010 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Multiple-item retail product |
| List Price: | AUD $173.95 |
Book Description:
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This biography, first published in 1796, recounts the life of Italian poet and librettist Pietro Trapassi (1698-1782). Alternating biographical narrative with translations of the poet's correspondence, it provides a faithful account of Metastasio's eventful life, from his recognition as a child prodigy to his successful career in Vienna.
This biography, first published in 1796, recounts the life of Italian poet and librettist Pietro Trapassi (1698-1782). Alternating biographical narrative with translations of the poet's correspondence, it provides a faithful account of Metastasio's eventful life, from his recognition as a child prodigy to his successful career in Vienna.